Recent content by nealberke

And, the ugly TESLA truck.

I thought the reason for (finally) giving refrigerators their own breaker was to NOT have a GFCI outlet or breaker for the reasons you stated? Yes, you can get a bad breaker. Many years ago, I had a GFCI breaker outdoors and it kept tripping. The neutral screw on the the outlet was too close...

I feel your pain, brother. I was just complaining to my wife about constantly dealing with people with Windows 95 brains in a Windows 11 world.

I have 2 locksmiths I like and have done quality work for my neighbors and me. It's worth it to me to pay a little more to have keys made right the first time and shop with a small business. Nothing wrong with ACE but they don't have as many different kinds of blanks as the locksmiths have. My...

I have 2 locksmiths I like and have done quality work for my neighbors and me. It's worth it to me to pay a little more to have keys made right the first time and shop with a small business. Nothing wrong with ACE but they don't have as many different kinds of blanks as the locksmiths have...

See what your favorite NAPA has in store branded oil. It's been packed by Valvoline for decades. Some debate over if it's the same as Valvoline but I trust it. Often, it's competitively priced.

I made NAPA my 1st stop for parts for about 20 years. Knowledgeable folks, good quality parts, I got a 10% discount with AAA. I've seen changes with my local store for about 7 years. No stock on the shelves for common front of the store parts like filters, wipers, chemical tools, batteries...

O'Reilly has lots of filters. Microgard is well regarded. I purchased a USA made cabin filter the other day. They are easy to get in and out of and do a great job keeping shelves stocked. And, you can skip the Wal Mart circus.

I'll 2nd that. either Gold Class or Wash & Wax.

ZEP shower, tub, tile cleaner at Lowes or Home Depot. I have an acrylic shower and this gets the soap and hard water minerals off with a soft cloth. Spray on, let it sit, scrub with soft cloth, rinse...

I'd like to see the LEE 2 STAGE filters again. I used them back in the 1980's and they kept my engines clean.

And that's a great point. It's much cheaper to replace a filter than to waste gas, lose performance and whatever else comes with a clogged engine air filter.

My experience. 2018 Santa Fe Sport 4Cyl. 12,000 miles a year. Owner's manual recommends E 30,000 miles. But, with highway driving it's black at 15,000 especially in a dry year or desert driving. Cabin filter needs changed every year. 2006 Camry 4 Cyl. Owner's manual says change at 15,000...

RE: Insurance. We had a problem getting an insurance carrier that would cover a vacant house until it sold. This was back in 2021. You might give these folks a try and explain the problems you are having. https://www.insureunlimited.com/

I've not replaced a panel since 2003. Doing it again, I'd stick with Square D / Schneider Electric or Eaton / Cutler Hammer or Siemens. I like Eaton's quality in wiring devices. Eaton is available from Lowe's HIW. Be prepared to spend. Current code requires arc suppresson in new work. Also...